和泉 大樹（Daiki Izumi）

Japanese News

“The severity varies greatly” — 1.6 million driver’s license images leaked from *The Times*! Risks include unauthorized loans and being blacklisted, along with immediate steps you should take to protect yourself

Up to 1.6 million driver’s license images were leaked from Times Car. Why is this described as a “seriousness on a whole different level”? We provide a thorough explanation of the shocking risks of identity theft—including being saddled with debt without your consent and being blacklisted—as well as four urgent self-defense measures you should take immediately to prevent becoming a victim (such as filing a self-report with CIC).
2026.10.09
Japanese News
Retro Games from Japan

10 Hidden Characters and Elements with Ridiculously Difficult Unlock Conditions | Gamers Discuss the Appeal of “Impossible Games” and Share Their Reviews

“The requirements are way too impossible...!” Here are 10 hidden characters and elements with absurd unlock conditions that have gone down in gaming history! We’ll introduce them alongside gamers’ cries of despair and reviews—from hundreds of hours of gameplay to brutally difficult minigames. We’ll also take a thorough look at why we’re drawn to these overly challenging endgame elements, examining their appeal from an SEO perspective!
2026.10.09
Retro Games from Japan
economy

The Trap of “Real Wages Up for 8 Consecutive Months”—Why Aren’t Our “Take-Home Pay” Numbers Going Up? Explaining the Fatal Discrepancy with Public Perception

Why doesn’t take-home pay increase even when news reports say “real wages are up”? The reasons lie in the fact that the formula for calculating real wages does not include “taxes” or “social insurance premiums,” as well as in “bracket creep” (a hidden tax increase). We’ll provide a thorough explanation of the structural reasons why take-home pay doesn’t increase and the steps individuals can take to protect themselves.
2026.10.08
economy
Japanese News

Another Personal Data Breach at Prudential Life Insurance… An Explanation of Compliance Issues in the Insurance Industry and Key Tax Considerations

This article provides a thorough explanation of the recent personal data breach at Prudential Life Insurance and the compliance challenges facing the insurance industry as a whole. We’ve also compiled an easy-to-understand summary of the top 10 tax points that business owners and self-employed individuals should know, including life insurance strategies for estate tax planning, corporate tax savings, and compliance with the new invoice system.
2026.10.07
Japanese News
Japanese News

The Reasons Behind Germany's Collapse and Japan's Future | The Truth Revealed Through the Limits of Immigration Policy and Social Infrastructure

The sharp increase in immigration, the deterioration of public safety, and the rise of the new political party AfD in Germany are by no means someone else’s problem. Similar crises are unfolding in Japan as well, including a rising proportion of foreign residents and shortcomings in public administration and education. Drawing on the German example, this article explains the uncomfortable truths facing Japan and the challenges that must be addressed immediately.
2026.10.07
Japanese News
Social Insurance

[What You Need to Know to Stay Safe] Supposedly “Legal,” but Your License Could Be Revoked… The Reality of Social Insurance Schemes Targeting Self-Employed Individuals and the Penalties Involved

A thorough explanation of the risks hidden in tax-saving schemes that claim, “Enrolling in social insurance is cheaper than National Health Insurance.” Enrolling in social insurance through nominal corporate officer registrations or fictitious outsourcing arrangements can lead to retroactive revocation of eligibility, as well as hefty back payments and medical expense reimbursements. What are the proper precautions sole proprietors should take?
2026.10.05
Social Insurance
Word of Mouth About Society

[Latest 2026] Is Poverty in Japan on the Rise? “The Hardships of Daily Life” Revealed Through Real-Life Testimonials and 10 Warning Signs

Due to rising prices and stagnant real wages, the number of people who feel the pinch of poverty in Japan is surging. Drawing on “real-life accounts of financial hardship” posted on message boards and social media, this article provides a thorough analysis of the quiet struggle to make ends meet in the minutiae of daily life—including healthcare, dining out, school lunches, and housing—and the underlying economic dissonance.
2026.10.05
Word of Mouth About Society
Retro Games from Japan

10 Games Banned in Various Countries! The Story Behind "Banned Titles" Due to Political, Religious, or Extreme Content

We’ve compiled a list of 10 games—including *Animal Crossing: New Horizons* and *Fallout 3*—that have been banned in various countries due to political, religious, or content-related reasons, or because they violated local laws. We provide a detailed explanation of the differences in cultural norms and regulatory standards across countries, as well as the background behind why each title was banned.
2026.10.04
Retro Games from Japan
Word of Mouth About Society

The Cruel Reality of a “Society of Personal Responsibility” That People in Their 60s Feel All Too Acutely | Structural Problems in Japan Revealed Through Real-Life Testimonials from 30 Seniors

What Do 30 Seniors in Their 60s and 70s Say About the “Reality of Old Age”? This article provides a thorough analysis, based on real-life testimonials, of Japan’s structural problems—such as long-term care, pensions, rising prices, and the digital divide—that cannot be solved by individual effort alone. We also introduce five survival strategies to help you avoid being cornered by the notion of “personal responsibility.”
2026.10.04
Word of Mouth About Society
Pension・iDeCo

[Is It a Bad Idea to Start Receiving Your Pension at Age 65?] An Explanation of the Most Advantageous Age to Start Receiving Benefits and the “Deferral for One Spouse” Option

Is 65 the right age to start receiving your pension? Actually, by utilizing strategies such as “deferring for only one spouse” or having spouses receive benefits separately, you can maximize your future pension payments while saving on taxes. We’ll provide a thorough explanation—from the pros and cons of taking early or delayed retirement to insider tips for avoiding loss of the public pension deduction!
2026.10.04
Pension・iDeCo
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